Is a 585 lb Squat?
At 585 lbs you're in the top 16% of competition lifters and a vanishingly small slice of the general population. This is the territory where 'strong gym guy' becomes 'visibly elite powerlifter.'
585 lbs is one of the most commonly searched squat milestones. But "is it good?" depends entirely on context — your bodyweight, your training age, and most importantly, who you're measuring against.
585 Squat by the Numbers
Where 585 Sits on the Strength Standards
Strength standards rank lifts relative to your bodyweight, since a 585 lb squat means something very different for a lean lifter versus a heavyweight. Here's how 585 maps across common bodyweights for males:
| Bodyweight | BW Ratio | Tier at 585 lbs |
|---|---|---|
| 150 lbs | 3.90× BW | Elite |
| 165 lbs | 3.55× BW | Elite |
| 180 lbs | 3.25× BW | Elite |
| 200 lbs | 2.92× BW | Elite |
| 220 lbs | 2.66× BW | Advanced |
| 250 lbs | 2.34× BW | Advanced |
| 275 lbs | 2.13× BW | Intermediate |
The takeaway: At a 334 lb bodyweight, a 585 lb squat is exactly Intermediate level (1.75× bodyweight). Heavier lifters need to squat more for the same tier; lighter lifters need less.
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How 585 Compares to Other Competition Squats
Here's the distribution of squat 1RMs across all 2,805 male competition lifters in our database. The highlighted row shows where 585 falls.
Squat Distribution — Male Competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 585 lb squat good?
At 585 lbs you're in the top 16% of competition lifters and a vanishingly small slice of the general population. This is the territory where 'strong gym guy' becomes 'visibly elite powerlifter.'
How long does it take to squat 585 lbs?
For most men, reaching a 585 lb squat takes between 5 and 12 years of consistent training, depending on bodyweight, genetics, age, and program quality.
What percentile is a 585 lb squat?
Among 2,805 male competition powerlifters in our database, 585 lbs ranks at the 84th percentile. 2,351 lifters squat less, 453 squat more, and 1 squat exactly 585. The percentile is much higher when measured against the general population — competition lifters represent the strong upper tail of the lifting world.
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